West Chester
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Ground Provisions in West Chester Is the Vegan Restaurant That Doesn’t Feel Like One
Just south of West Chester in the historic crossroads of Dilworthtown, there is a restaurant that has become one of Chester County’s most coveted reservations. Ground Provisions is set in a former inn framed by gardens and open countryside. It operates by reservation only and serves a seasonal, plant-based tasting menu that changes with what’s…
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Despite Bankruptcy, QVC Group Earns a Spot on the 2026 Fortune 500
West Chester is home to a Fortune 500 company, even if that company is navigating one of the more turbulent times in its history. QVC Group landed on the 2026 Fortune 500 after it officially shifted its corporate headquarters address to West Chester, reports Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. QVC Group formerly operated out of a Colorado address under the name Qurate Retail Group before rebranding…
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This West Chester Salon Created a Calming Space for Clients with Sensory Sensitivities
For many families with children who struggle with sensory overload, a simple haircut can feel anything but simple. Wild Horse Salon in West Chester is working to change that, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. Owner Maureen Helms recently unveiled a dedicated “Sensory Room” inside the salon, which is a quiet, carefully designed space built to make haircuts…
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In QVC’s Bankruptcy Battle, Preferred Shareholders Challenge $400M Settlement in Court
A group of preferred shareholders isn’t going down without a fight. Investors in West Chester’s QVC Group are pushing back against the company’s proposed bankruptcy restructuring plan, arguing that it unjustly prioritizes creditors while equity holders are left with nothing, writes Becky Yerak for The Wall Street Journal. Investors including Cygnus Capital and Sona Asset Management filed…
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West Chester’s Bam Margera is Sober, Back on the Board, and Launching a Cannabis Brand
West Chester native Bam Margera is back on the board, sober, and building something new alongside his wife Dannii, writes Aron Vaughan for Cannabis & Tech Today. Known worldwide for his roles in Jackass and Viva La Bam, Margera once had a doctor tell him his legs were “dry rotted rubber bands” from years of…
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Mother Reflects on Her Late Son’s Legacy After Tragic WCU Accident
Walnutport mother Traci Hafner is continuing to honor her late son after his tragic passing in a West Chester car accident last month, writes Sam Gilette for People. Hafner’s son Garrett Nicholas, a junior at West Chester University, sadly passed away when he was struck by a car near campus. He was 21 years old.…
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Upscale Coastal Dining Awaits at West Chester Seafood Kitchen
West Chester Seafood Kitchen is continuing to impress residents with its chic, coastal dining experience, writes Ed Williams for Main Line Today. Now in its second year in the heart of West Chester, the restaurant features an expansive menu that ranges well beyond its namesake cuisine. The kitchen attracts a consistent customer base for its…
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Magerk’s Pub & Grill Expands to West Chester in Former Iron Hill Space
West Chester’s former Iron Hill Brewery is set to become a Magerk’s Pub & Grill, according to building ownership and restaurant executives, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Building landlord John Barry recently confirmed the news, sharing that the Magerk’s team had signed the lease to become the 10,000-square-foot space’s newest tenants. The update…
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New Hospitality Manager Takes the Helm at West Chester’s Hotel Warner
West Chester’s Hotel Warner has been picked up by Extreme Hospitality, a third-party property manager, to oversee its operations, writes Esther Hertzfeld for Hotel Management Magazine. Hotel Warner opened in 1930 as the Warner Theatre, transforming in 2011 into the current hotel. Much of the original architecture, such as the grand staircase, lobby, and brickwork,…
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Wealth Management Consultant Buys West Chester’s Meradia, Moving HQ to Borough
West Chester-based Meradia was acquired by F2 Strategy, a portfolio company of Renovus Capital Partners in Wayne, and selected the borough as the headquarters for the combined company, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Following a relocation from Chicago, the new owner plans to expand the company’s local headcount. F2 already maintains several employees in the Philadelphia region, including Chief Financial Officer…
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Capacity Sports Group Expands Local Footprint with West Chester Flag Football Purchase
West Chester Flag Football and its affiliated Nation Sports leagues have been acquired by Capacity Sports Group through its Downingtown-based United Sports’ Flag Football Life division, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The deal broadens Capacity Sports’ presence in youth flag football by adding six established leagues across Southeastern Pennsylvania and northern Delaware. Financial terms were…
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Two Investment Firms Plan to Own Sizable Stakes in Restructured QVC Group
Silver Point Capital and Strategic Value Partners, both investment firms based in Greenwich, Connecticut, will hold sizable stakes in QVC Group after the West Chester-based shopping giant emerges from bankruptcy, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to Joshua Sussberg of Kirkland & Ellis, who represents QVC Group in the bankruptcy process, the two firms acquired very large positions in the…
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West Chester’s QVC Group to File for Bankruptcy, Plans 90-Day Restructuring
Amid ongoing efforts to manage $6.6 billion in debt, West Chester-based QVC Group has announced plans to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company disclosed in a 10-K filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission that it intends to file for bankruptcy in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern…
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West Chester Community Mourns Student After Tragic Vehicle Accident
West Chester University student Garrett Nicholas was tragically struck by a car on over the weekend and later died from his injuries at Paoli Hospital, leaving the community and school mourning his death and celebrating his life, reports staff and Walter Perez at 6abc. 21-year-old Nicholas of Lehigh County was crossing South High Street at…
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Some West Chester Outdoor Dining Permits Delayed by New Rules
West Chester restaurant owners encountered an unexpected hurdle when applying for outdoor dining permits this year, caused by accessibility-related changes to the application, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. What was once a straightforward process became cumbersome and unclear, leading to delayed permits and lost revenue for owners during the early spring days when warmer weather began drawing customers outdoors. “I…
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Gov. Shapiro Hosts Roundtable in West Chester, Zeroing In On AI and Education
Gov. Josh Shapiro recently hosted a roundtable at the West Chester Community Center to discuss pertinent topics related to artificial intelligence and technology in education, writes Carmen Russell-Sluchansky for WHYY. Alongside Attorney General Dave Sunday, Rep. Chris Pielli, and local attendees, they covered the rise in harmful AI-generated images, digital literacy, cell phone usage, and…
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West Chester’s Justin Chan Honored With 2026 Diversity in Business Award
Justin Chan, a West Chester native and owner of Valley Creek Productions, has been named a 2026 Diversity in Business Awards honoree, writes Lara Schwartz for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Chan’s video production company celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2025 with more than 500 projects completed, capturing events and initiatives focused on inclusion and civic pride.…
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With Four Decades Under Her Belt, ‘Queen of TV Shopping’ Bids Farewell to HSN
Host Bobbi Ray Carter has spent 43 years wearing the crown of “OG and Queen of TV Shopping” at HSN, becoming a monumental voice of live shopping in the homes of millions, reports HSN at PRNewswire. With the network’s earliest days as Home Shopping Network, Carter started in 1983 when HSN was a small studio…
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